Tashilhunpo Monastery Photo Gallery
This is the home of the Panchen Lama,
Tibet's second most holy figure. Currently, he is in
Chinese custody (presumably) somewhere in Beijing. It is
very sad what has happened to the Buddhist religion
after the Chinese Communist Party took over.
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Monk heading to his prayers in traditional wear
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More monks wearing the traditional clothing
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A couple of young monks sharing a laugh... They were later scolded for play-fighting
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Deserted shoes of the monks outside the prayer hall
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View of Tashilhunpo from the kora circuit
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Tibetan family complex
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Lone women walking through the alley
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Carcasses of animals for sale in the local market
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